Review of Night of the Living Dead (1968) by Nick B — 14 Aug 2011
Like all the zombie movies it has spawned in the four decades since its release, Night Of The Living Dead is at its best when dealing not with the dead brought back to life, but with the very human stories that are created through those who are living through the horrific situation.
The actions and reactions of the band of survivors thrown together are compelling viewing and a masterful comment on human behaviour. Romero's direction is fantastic, with cinematography clearly inspired by Welles and Hitchcock and even matching their standard when at its very best.
The film suffers from a middle act slower and less focused than its opening and closing sections, almost as if Romero felt the need to pad things out a little, and as such the television report sections become a little tedious.
Ultimately, however, this is an entertaining and effective horror film which has stood, and no doubt will continue to stand, the test of time incredibly well.
This review of Night of the Living Dead (1968) was written by Nick B on 14 Aug 2011.
Night of the Living Dead has generally received very positive reviews.
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